Malmo FF needed a late goal to edge past Varbergs BoIS FC 1-0 in a tight Sweden Cup encounter on February 23, 2026. In a match of few clear chances, Malmo struggled to break down a stubborn and well-organized Varberg defense for the majority of the contest. The breakthrough finally came in the 85th minute, when a deflected shot found its way into the net, sparing Malmo from a potential extra-time ordeal. The key focus point was Varberg's excellent defensive shape and Malmo's patience and persistence in eventually finding a way to win. The match result sees the reigning Allsvenskan champions advance, but the performance was far from convincing against a team fighting relegation. The Malmo manager acknowledged the difficulty of the match and praised Varberg's discipline, while the Varberg coach was proud of his team's effort in coming so close to an upset. Malmo's lineup featured several first-choice players, who were given a stern test by their determined opponents.